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Published on May 16, 2025

St. Louis Tornadoes Highlight Weather Service’s Life-Saving Mission

St. Louis, Missouri from Landsat 5.NASA Media outlets confirmed that, as of the time of writing, two tornadoes touched down in the St. Louis metropolitan area Friday afternoon. According to the NBC affiliate KSDK website, “Meteorologists confirmed that a …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on 11:37 GMT

Violent Tornadoes Leave 9 Dead Across Multiple States: What To Know

At least nine people have been killed after a series of powerful tornadoes tore through multiple states on Friday. Why It Matters Tornadoes pose serious risks to life and property, with wind speeds that can exceed 200 miles per hour. What To Know Missouri …

Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
Published on 00:20 GMT

Severe weather, large hail, possible tornadoes in MS, forecast shows

Northern Mississippi is under an enhanced risk warning for severe weather, including 70 mph winds, quarter-sized hail, and possible tornadoes, from Friday night through Sunday night. Central Mississippi is under a slight risk of severe thunderstorms, with …

Source: Hattiesburg American - Mississippi - Pending
Published on May 16, 2025

At least 1 dead after tornadoes strike St. Louis

ST. LOUIS (AP) — One person is dead and two others were pulled from wreckage after a severe storm crumbled part of a St. Louis church. Tornadoes were spotted Friday afternoon in the St. Louis area and above southern Illinois, prompting weather officials to …

Source: KOMU 8 - Missouri - Pending
Published on May 16, 2025

Millions under threat of strong tornadoes & violent winds as storm danger increases

(CNN) — An incredibly dangerous day of severe thunderstorms including the potential for long-lasting, powerful tornadoes and hurricane-strength wind gusts is underway in the eastern half of the United States. The threat for tornadoes and damaging winds is …

Source: KADN News 15 - Louisiana - Pending
Published on May 16, 2025

Storms Threaten St. Louis with Tornadoes and Hail on Friday

ST. LOUIS — Strong storms, including possible tornadoes and baseball-sized hail, are expected in the St. Louis area on Friday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., according to the 5 On Your Side Weather Impact Team. Meteorologists confirmed a tornado touchdown in …

Source: Times News Global - Pro-Government
Published on May 16, 2025

Strong Storms Continue to Sweep Across Southeast MO Friday, Producing Large Hail, Damaging Winds, and Tornadoes; ...

Updated at 7:36 pm on 05/16/2025 The National Weather Service updated and extended the threat of severe weather for the region around 6:34 pm Friday. Shortly after 7:15 pm, SEMO DPS reported downed trees around the Cape Girardeau Campus. 1 of 3 — …

Source: KRCU - Missouri - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 16, 2025

Yazoo Backwater Pumps Project Secures $32 Million in Federal Funding Amid Broader Mississippi Infrastructure Investments

HOLLY BLUFF, Miss.–Money for beginnings of the Yazoo Backwater Pumps project has been appropriated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, along with money for 30 other projects, many of those in the Delta, said Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, Thursday. The Army Corps …

Source: Delta Daily News - Mississippi - Neutral
Published on May 16, 2025

Earthquake Insurance Isn’t Just for California Anymore

How often do you think about earthquakes in Missouri? For most people, the answer is “not often”—or maybe even never. After all, it’s been more than 100 years since the last major earthquake rocked the New Madrid Seismic Zone. Yet, earthquake insurance is …

Source: Live Insurance News - Neutral
Published on May 16, 2025

Storm kills at least 5 in St. Louis as millions remain under the threat of strong tornadoes and violent winds

By Mary Gilbert, Emma Tucker, Taylor Ward, Zoe Sottile, CNN (CNN) — A storm that produced a devastating tornado in the St. Louis, Missouri, area Friday afternoon has left at least five people dead and at least 10 injured, according to local authorities. …

Source: KESQ-TV - California - Neutral
Published on May 16, 2025

Severe storms unleash suspected tornadoes, soak Chicago Beyoncé show

Possible tornadoes ripped down trees and power lines in three states Thursday, and severe weather soaked a Beyoncé concert in Chicago and sent the crowd in cowboy hats seeking cover, officials said. There were no reports of deaths of serious injures in the …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on May 16, 2025

Multiday Outbreak Of Severe Weather, Including Tornadoes, Will Shift From Midwest To Plains

A multiday outbreak of severe weather will first strike the Midwest Friday before shifting to the Great Plains over the weekend and into early week. Tornadoes – some possibly strong – damaging hail and destructive straight-line winds are all potential …

Source: AOL - Pending
Published on May 16, 2025

Guest column: New flood plan offers hope to Amite River basin residents

Almost everyone in the Capital Region remembers the floods of August 2016. They inundated tens of thousands of homes and cost 13 precious lives. The trauma still lingers in the hardest-hit communities. Even if you escaped the floodwaters, you felt their …

Source: The Advocate - Louisiana - Neutral
Published on May 16, 2025

Wisconsin and Minnesota communities hit by tornadoes as severe storm threat shifts south Friday

(CNN) — A busy stretch of severe thunderstorms is underway due to record heat and now the threats are ramping up, putting major metro areas from Chicago to Nashville under threat as the country hits the peak of tornado season. Severe thunderstorms rocked …

Source: WKBT - Wisconsin - Neutral
Published on May 16, 2025

Prairieville Hurricanes' inaugural class graduates

The first class of the new Prairieville High School graduated May 8. Representing the Class of 2025 as valedictorians were Quintin Chigos and Rori Pinell. Salutatorian was Landry Caballero. Chigos plans to attend LSU to study nursing. Pinell will pursue a …

Source: Gonzales Weekly Citizen - Louisiana - Neutral
Published on May 16, 2025

Severe Thunderstorm Alert Issued to 6 States as Tornadoes Reported: NWS

The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a weather alert on Thursday afternoon for potentially dangerous thunderstorms across parts of the Midwest and Great Lakes regions, including a large swath of the Upper Mississippi Valley and some surrounding areas. …

Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
Published on May 16, 2025

Severe weather bears down on Midwest and Plains states with tornadoes and hail

1 of 2 | A photo from the Mississippi Highway Patrol shows destruction and emergency services at the scene after tornadoes tore through the the state in 2023. Nineteen people were confirmed dead. EPA-EFE/Mississippi Highway Patrol May 15 (UPI) -- A …

Source: United Press International (UPI) - Neutral
Published on May 16, 2025

The Trauma of Surviving Hurricane Katrina Inspired Award-Winning Student Filmmaker

Terrance Leon George II suffered a head injury and lost his home in the devastating storm, but discovered his passion for the camera The traumatic experience of surviving Hurricane Katrina at the age of 4 created hardship for Terrance Leon George II, but …

Source: Rutgers University - New Jersey - Pending
Published on May 15, 2025

FOX Weather scholarship program with Mississippi State University launches careers of young meteorologists

Haley Meier shares her story of becoming an on-air FOX Weather Meteorologist, including how she first joined the FOX Weather family as the inaugural recipient of the FOX Weather-Mississippi State University scholarship in 2022. NEW YORK – A thriving …

Source: FOX Weather - Pending

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:49 GMT

Arkansas Survivors Affected by the March 14-15 Severe Storms and Tornadoes Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

LITTLE ROCK – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Arkansas homeowners and renters in nine counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred March 14-15. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

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Published on May 17, 2025 - 01:15 GMT

Survivors Living in FEMA Direct Housing Urged to Prepare for Storm Season

With Hurricane season right around the corner the safety and well-being of occupants living in FEMA temporary housing units is an important concern of the agency. Below are tips for preparing for Hurricane season. If severe weather is predicted, stay alert …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 17:06 GMT

State Agencies Gather for 2024 Wildfire Review and 2025 Pre-Season Fire Briefing

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) hosted back-to-back wildfire coordination events at the State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) on Tuesday, May 13, bringing together state agencies and Emergency Support Function (ESF) partners for a …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 15:26 GMT

"Just Three Questions!" with Delegate David Green discussing flood recovery efforts with Secretary of State Kris Warner

Charleston, W.Va. – During a recent episode of “Just Three Questions!”, a video series focusing on West Virginia business leaders and entrepreneurs, Delegate David Green, joined Secretary of State Kris Warner to discuss the catastrophic flooding that hit …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 00:40 GMT

Chippewa County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO — Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Chippewa County. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 17:15 GMT

Cass County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO — Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Cass County. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 17:15 GMT

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:48 GMT

9 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 20:58 GMT

Dayspring Restoration Launches New Website

Montana’s premier disaster restoration company delivers a better user experience and more comprehensive information to customers with their new website. BOZEMAN, MT, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dayspring Restoration is …

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Published on May 17, 2025 - 01:15 GMT

Survivors Living in FEMA Direct Housing Urged to Prepare for Storm Season

With Hurricane season right around the corner the safety and well-being of occupants living in FEMA temporary housing units is an important concern of the agency. Below are tips for preparing for Hurricane season. If severe weather is predicted, stay alert …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:49 GMT

Arkansas Survivors Affected by the March 14-15 Severe Storms and Tornadoes Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

LITTLE ROCK – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Arkansas homeowners and renters in nine counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred March 14-15. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:49 GMT

Brownlow Utility District to Receive $1 Million to Repair Crackers Neck Road Waterline

FEMA has approved more than $1 million to repair the waterline that runs along Crackers Neck Road and serves the community near Vaught Creek, which was damaged after Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. FEMA’s Public …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:48 GMT

9 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:48 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Lincoln County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Lincoln County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:48 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Warren County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Warren County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:48 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Muhlenberg County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Muhlenberg County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

More Than Half of Energy Leaders Say Their Weather Forecasts Are Not Accurate Enough

Meteomatics’ New Report Reveals Energy Leaders’ Concerns as They Navigate Weather’s Increasing Impact on Operations MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Meteomatics, the weather intelligence and technology company …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 00:40 GMT

FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant Approved for Greer Fire

OAKLAND, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Region 9 Administrator authorized the use of federal funds to assist the state of Arizona in combating the Greer Fire burning in Apache County. On May 14, the state of Arizona submitted a …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 00:40 GMT

Kentucky Homeowners With Privately-Owned Road and Bridge Damage May Be Eligible for FEMA Assistance

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If you had a privately-owned road or bridge damaged or destroyed by the April severe storms, FEMA or the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) may provide financial assistance for replacement or repairs. FEMA Assistance FEMA may provide …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 00:40 GMT

Chippewa County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO — Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Chippewa County. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 17:15 GMT

Cass County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO — Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Cass County. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 17:15 GMT

Kentuckians in 24 More Counties Now Eligible To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following April Severe Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. –Twenty-four additional counties in the Commonwealth of Kentucky have been added to the major disaster declaration for Kentucky’s severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides, and mudslides and flooding that began …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 17:15 GMT

Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma

DENTON, Texas – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review in Pushmataha County, Oklahoma. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local …

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Published on May 14, 2025 - 20:48 GMT

Gilayo Offers Scalable, Rapid Housing Solutions for Homeless Encampments in California and Beyond

Innovative Modular Steel Structures Provide Immediate Relief and Long-Term Solutions for the Homeless Crisis AUBURN, CA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As California takes bold steps to address its homeless crisis, with …

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Published on May 14, 2025 - 20:36 GMT

Hurricane Preparedness in Louisiana: Key Measures Homeowners Can Take Before the Storm

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As hurricane season approaches, property owners across Louisiana are urged to begin preparations early to reduce potential damage and improve recovery outcomes. The Gulf Coast region …

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Published on May 14, 2025 - 17:43 GMT

NxGenComm Demonstrates Advanced 5G Network Relay Capabilities at Project Convergence Capstone 2025

Advanced 5G Relay Demonstrated MORRISVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NxGenComm (NXG) today announced the successful demonstration of its enhanced M5NS Joint Communications Platform at Project Convergence Capstone …

Distribution channels: Emergency Services, Military Industry ...
Published on May 14, 2025 - 20:52 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Arkansas

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Arkansas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and tornadoes from March 14–15, 2025. The President’s action makes federal funding …

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Published on May 14, 2025 - 20:52 GMT

Understanding Your FEMA Determination Letter

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If you applied for FEMA assistance after the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides, you’ll receive a letter from FEMA in the mail or by email. This is your determination letter. The letter will …

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